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ROMULUS
ROMULUS

Wadsworth chosen as 2023 Citizen of the Year

The longest serving city coun- Detroit Metropolitan Airport
cilman in Romulus has been ” police, where he served as a ser-
named the 2023 Romulus Person Wadsworth was selected based geant until his retirement in
of the Year by The Greater on his dedication and devotion 2004.
Romulus Chamber of Commerce. Wadsworth has served as a
William J. Wadsworth, a 55- to improving the Romulus community. volunteer on several City of
year resident of the city, is the Romulus boards and commis-
36th individual to receive the sions. He is a long-time member
prestigious award. He will be organized and worked at multi- members of Saint Aloysius of the Romulus Chamber of
honored during a special com- ple fundraising activities, includ- Church for 55 years where they Commerce and the longest-serv-
munity celebration set for April ing special bingo nights and char- have volunteered their time to ing council member in the city.
28 at the Detroit Marriott. Tickets ity bowling outings, which gener- help during the Labor Day week- “The Romulus community is
for the event will be available ated more than $355,000 in cash end festival, fish fries, and other proud to honor Wadsworth and
until April 10. donations from local residents activities hosted by the church. his contributions to the city. His
Wadsworth was selected and businesses. He also obtained Wadsworth served in the dedication and hard work have
based on his dedication and many in-kind donations of mate- United States Army for three made a significant impact on
devotion to improving the rials and services for the shelter years before joining the Wayne Romulus, and his commitment to
Romulus community. He has totaling more than $42,000. His County Sheriff's Department, public service is a shining exam-
been an extraordinary example efforts are credited for the con- where he served from 1969 until ple for all,” noted a prepared
of a public servant in the city, a struction of the award-winning 1982. During that time, Romulus statement from the chamber. William Wadsworth
chamber spokesman said. One of animal shelter located on Wayne was part of his patrol area as no Tickets for the Person of the
his most notable public efforts Road in the city. municipal police department Year Banquet are $50 per person only be available until April 10.
was the funding and construction Wadsworth and his wife, had been established in payable in advance at the cham- The event will include a
of a new animal shelter in the Virginia, are the parents of three Romulus. He earned a bachelor ber office, 11189 Shook Road in reception at 6 p.m., dinner at 7
city to replace the aging and adult sons, all of whom graduat- of science degree in public safety Romulus. More information and the program at 8 p.m. Detroit
inadequate facility located in an ed from the Romulus Community from Madonna College. In 1982, about purchasing tickets is avail- Metro Airport Marriott is located
old fire station. Wadsworth Schools. The couple have been he began his career with the able at (734)893-0694. Tickets will at 30559 Flynn Dr. in Romulus.
Lights, camera, action

Feature-length movie set to begin shooting at city locations

Movie cameras, booms, microphones Keelan. McAnally launched a crowdfund-
and sets will become a regular site ing campaign in October 2022 to finance ”
throughout the Romulus community the film titled The Daughters of the I'm most excited to showcase the
beginning next month. Domino. He said contributions by enthusi- beauty and cinematic potential of my
An independent feature film will begin astic backers helped exceed the budget
production in the city in early April, goal. hometown of Romulus to a broader audience.
explained director Jesse McAnally, who “For years, I've been perfecting my film-
also co-wrote the script with Nathan making skills with short films, and I'm
thrilled to be taking on my first feature
film with 'The Daughters of the Domino.' The funds raised will cover the film's has directed and produced three short
I'm most excited to showcase the beauty production, post-production, and distribu- films as well as many of professional pro-
and cinematic potential of my hometown tion. motional materials over the last four
of Romulus to a broader audience,” McAnally, a 2014 graduate of Romulus years. His most recent film, After Ashes,
McAnally said. Filming will take place High School, earned a bachelor's degree has played in many film festivals-- domes-
entirely in Michigan, primarily in in media arts from Wayne State University tic and international-- and has won eight
Romulus, with an emphasis on state land- and produces promotional videos and awards.
scapes and local talent. event photography as well. For more information, access daughter-
The Daughters of the Domino follows He currently serves as Creative softhedomino.com or email McAnally at
the story of Nina Rose, a detective who Director of Fosca Features, LLC where he foscafeatures@gmail.com.
gained notoriety after arresting her serial
killer father, known as the Domino,
McAnally said. Years later, Nina and her CITY OF ROMULUS
sister must work together to find her NOXIOUS WEED NOTICE TO THE
niece, who has gone missing, while chas- PROPERTY OWNERS IN THE
ing down a new killer, leading them to con- CITY OF ROMULUS
front their past in a gripping and sus- In accordance with P.A. 359 of 1941, as amended and Chapter 34, Article 3, of the Romulus Code
penseful tale, he added. of Ordinances it shall be the duty of all owners of lands on which noxious weeds are found grow-
The film will star Miranda Moffat, ing, to destroy the same before they reach a seed bearing stage and to prevent such weeds from
Lucie Gillespie, Ashley Poulin, and Asia becoming a detriment to public health.
Jesse McAnally Marie Hicks, McAnally said.
If any such owner, agent or occupant of such land shall refuse to destroy such noxious weeds or
cause them to be destroyed, it shall be the duty of the Noxious Weed Commissioner to enter upon
such land and destroy such noxious weeds.
To subscribe to The Eagle visit Nothing in this notice shall apply to weeds in fields devoted to growing any small grain crop such
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All weeds not cut by May 1, 2023 will be cut by the City and the owner of the property will be
charged with the cost. Subsequent violations will result in additional cuttings and will be done as
often as necessary when vegetation reaches eight (8) inches in height and/or seed bearing stage.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Any expense incurred in such destruction shall be paid by the owner or owners of such land and the
city shall have a lien against such land for such expense. Any owner who shall refuse to destroy
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed
proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, April 20, 2023 for the following: such noxious weeds shall also be subject to a fine that is set at the courts discretion.
BID PACKAGE #02 - VICTORY PARK BALLFIELDS All refuse and debris on the given owners property will be removed by the City at the owners'
expense.
Proposals may be downloaded on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or RM0719 - 031623 2.5 x 4.005
you may contact Mike Sheppard at: mike.sheppard@cantonmi.gov. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clear-
ly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of proposal opening. The
Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. CITY OF ROMULUS INVITATION TO BID
ITB 22/23-20 Two Year Contract Pricing for Gravel, Sand & Limestone
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
ITB 22/23-21 Two Year Contract Pricing for Large Water Parts -
Publish 3/16/2023 CN2481 - 030923 2.5 x 2.081 Water Hydrants & Gate Valves
ITB 22/23-22 One Year Guaranteed Pricing - Water System - Small Parts
The City of Romulus, Michigan is seeking bids from qualified companies for the above item/items
CITY OF ROMULUS and/or services.
(1) Qualified individuals and firms wishing to submit a bid must use the forms provided by the City.
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING Official bid forms and specifications may be obtained from the MITN Purchasing Group page of
WEDNESDAY, April 5, 2023 BidNet Direct (http://www.mitn.info/). Bids may be rejected unless mad
(2) Questions must be emailed to Purchasing@romulusgov.com and received no later than 12:00 PM
Notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus Board of Zoning Appeals will hold the following Local Time, April 04, 2023.
public hearings at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at the Romulus City Hall, 11111 Wayne (3) Clarifications, modifications, or amendments may be made to this solicitation at the discretion of
Road to consider the following petitions: the City. Any and all addenda issued by the City will be posted on the MITN Purchasing Group
page of BidNet Direct. All interested parties are instructed to view the MITN website regularly
1. BZA-2023-002; Deborah Romak-Ryan, requesting a variance from Section 6.04(a) Area, for any issued addenda. It is the responsibility of the bidder to obtain all issued addenda and
Height, and Placement Requirements of the Zoning Ordinance to reduce the minimum rear acknowledge receipt of said addenda by including a printed copy of each addendum as part of the
yard setback from 35' to 22.16' as part of a proposed lot split. The subject property is zoned required documents for this solicitation and to list the addendum and sign and date the
CBD-2, Downtown and is located at 11022 Sterling Street (Parcel ID # 80-078-01-0282- "Acknowledgment of Receipt Addenda Form: supplied in the bid documents.
000). (4) A total of two copies (one marked "Original" and one marked "Copy") of the bid must be sub-
2. BZA-2023-003; DTE Energy (Remote Control Valve) requesting a variance from Section mitted together in one sealed package/envelope and returned to the City Clerk's Office no later
8.04(a) Area, Height, and Placement Requirements of the Zoning Ordinance to reduce the than 2:00 P.M., Thursday, April 13, 2023. Bids should be addressed using the bid package label
minimum rear yard setback from 10' to 5' to accommodate utility equipment station (remote provided in the solicitation documents or submitted electronically on the MITN Purchasing
control valve). The subject property is zoned M-1, Light Industrial and is located at 29411 Group page of BidNet Direct.
Beverly Road (Parcel ID # 80-008-99-0010-703). (5) At approximately 3:00 p.m., local time April 13, 2023, all timely received bids will be publically
opened and read.
Copies of the applications are available for review in the Planning Department located at the (6) The City reserves the right to postpone the opening without notification and also reserves the right
Department of Public Services (12600 Wayne Road) during regular business hours which are 8:00 to reject all bids and to waive any minor informality or irregularity in bids received and to award
am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Any questions regarding the application should be directed the bid in whole or in part. Ultimately, a contract may be awarded to the lowest most responsive
to Carol Maise, City Planning in the Planning Department at 734-955-4530. Written comments may and responsible company, as determined in the sole discretion of the City of Romulus or other-
be submitted and should be addressed to the Planning Department, 12600 Wayne Road, Romulus, wise in a manner deemed by the City to be in its own best interest.
MI 48174-1485. All interested parties are encouraged to attend and will be given an opportunity to (7) The successful Bidder will be required to submit proof of all bonds and insurance required by the
comment on said requests. Anyone planning to attend the meeting who has need of special assis- solicitation documents and copies of all required endorsements.
tance under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is asked to contact the Planning Secretary (8) For additional information contact Gary Harris, City of Romulus, Purchasing Director by calling
(734-955-4530) 48 hours prior to the meeting. Our staff will be pleased to make necessary arrange- (734) 955-4568 or by emailing Purchasing@romulusgov.com.
ments. (9) The City of Romulus strictly prohibits the reproduction or publishing of any published document
or solicitation without the express written consent of the City of Romulus. Unauthorized posting
Ellen Craig-Bragg, City Clerk of any notice of these documents or reference to said documents or solicitations is strictly pro-
City of Romulus, Michigan hibited.
Publish: March 16, 2023 RM0721 - 031623 2.5 x 5.17 Publish: March 16, 2023 RM0720 - 031623 2.5 x 6.088